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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Night and Outside the Town Wall.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what time does "Prelude on the Stage" take place?
(a) The present as it was when the play was written.
(b) The future.
(c) Present time for the production.
(d) The past.

2. In "Dedication," what does the author ultimately decide is more important than fame?
(a) Spiritual fulfillment.
(b) Political activism.
(c) Wealth.
(d) The memories of his loved ones.

3. According to God, how does Faust feel about his relationship with Him?
(a) Common.
(b) Disgusted.
(c) Confused.
(d) Confident.

4. What does Wagner point out to Faust as they walk with their townspeople?
(a) The people highly respect Faust.
(b) The people are confused by Faust's presence.
(c) The people are bitter because of their lot in life.
(d) The poor people who have faith in God look at life less seriously than Faust.

5. What interrupts Faust when he tries to commit suicide?
(a) The rising sun.
(b) The church bells.
(c) The sounds of Easter hymnals.
(d) The sound of children playing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sort of animal approaches Faust and Wagner during the holiday celebration?

2. When Faust is interrupted in his suicide attempt, what refreshes his faith in God?

3. What does Mephistopheles posit to God in relation to Faust?

4. What is Faust's title?

5. What does God believe will happen if Mephistopheles meets Faust?

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